# Event Details - **Event Name**: Gareth Pearson in Roanoke at The Spot On Kirk - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Gareth Pearson is referred to as “The Welsh Tornado” which is particularly appropriate, seeing as this special talent combines fingerstyle pyrotechnics, with explosive lead runs making Pearson one of the most exciting acoustic musicians gigging today. Gareth has a distinctive style that can be heard through his creative and innovative arrangements which cover a wide spectrum of genres, including country/folk/classical/pop/rock/jazz/swing and bluegrass music, along with his own beautiful and often intricate original compositions. Drawing his playing style initially from influences such as Chet Atkins, Merle Travis, Jerry Reed and Tommy Emmanuel, he has developed a style that is both inspiring and entertaining. Within a year of taking up the guitar, Gareth was opening for Tommy Emmanuel on his 2005 UK tour. It was in Cardiff where Tommy invited Gareth to play at the CAAS convention (Chet Atkins Appreciation Society) in Nashville Tennessee. Later that year, Gareth was performing and touring alongside Ray Davies (The Kinks), John Renbourne, and Southside Johnny and the Ashbury Jukes. During the Southside Johnny tour, Gareth was invited by Southside to be flown over to the USA to open for his annual New Years Eve concert at the Count Basie Theatre in New Jersey. The following year Gareth was invited by Tommy Emmanuel to be the support act for his UK tour, following extensive UK supports to Jan Akkerman, Andy McKee and appearing at numerous Folk Festivals and Guitar workshops including the Montreal Jazz Festival. With appearances throughout Europe and a growing reputation, Gareth was invited to perform at the 2008 Canadian Guitar Festival where he came to the attention of Candyrat Records. This lay the seed for Gareth to be the first UK guitarist to be signed by the label. On its release, Gareth’s debut album “Urban Echoes Vol 1” was selected by Acoustic Guitar editors and frequent contributors as one of the “Essential Acoustic Albums of 2010”. With Appearances at the 2009 Montreal Guitar Festival, USA and Worldwide tours and Guitar workshops, Gareth’s reputation as a performer and teacher is constantly growing. Support: Aaron Geller ! Sunday, April 19th, 2026 Doors 7:00 | Starts 7:30 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/gareth-pearson-in-roanoke-at-the-spot-on-kirk/200029565015858 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, performances, workshops, art, pop, concerts, fine-arts, jazz - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 156 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Roanoke - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: 22 Kirk Ave SW, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24011 - **lat**: 37.27111 - **long**: -79.94157 - **full address**: 22 Kirk Ave SW, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24011 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Gareth Pearson in Roanoke at The Spot On Kirk - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/7c5e5a5fb0dc328acba88fc98033079778c56d0518e25606fdb4e3205ebd72aa-rimg-w1200-h633-dc161202-gmir?v=1776164838 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Gareth Pearson in Roanoke at The Spot On Kirk being held? - **A:** Gareth Pearson in Roanoke at The Spot On Kirk takes place on Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 pm at 22 Kirk Ave SW, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24011. - **Q**: Who is organizing Gareth Pearson in Roanoke at The Spot On Kirk? - **A:** Gareth Pearson in Roanoke at The Spot On Kirk is organized by The Spot on Kirk. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Gareth Pearson in Roanoke at The Spot On Kirk is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Roanoke, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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